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Holmes County Sheriff’s report, April 19, 2013

Incidents: The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office received a report of dead trees lying on phone lines at a location on County Road 407 in Berlin Township. Phone Company notified of problem. The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office conducted a civil stand by at a residence on Township Road 466 in Washington Township. The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office received a report of cows in the roadway on...

Holmes County Sheriff’s report, April 17, 2013

Incidents: The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 hang up call front a residence on Township Road 92 in Killbuck Township. The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office received a report of the roadway being obstructed at a business on County Road 135 in Berlin Township. The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office assisted Wayne County Juvenile Probation at a residence on E. Front St. in...
Dover Youth Rugby gains popularity with every game

Dover Youth Rugby gains popularity with every game

Rugby is gaining popularity in the United States and has returned as an Olympic sport and will be included in the 2016 games at Rio de Janeiro. It is the first time the sport has been included since 1927 when one version of the game was played. Dover Youth Rugby consists of two 14U teams and is currently in its second year under the direction of Coach Jason Board, who has played the sport for...

After all these years, Gym Class still matters

SUMMARY: As a rite of passage, few adolescent experiences can rival Physical Education which, as Mike Dewey explains, is a gift that keeps on giving. Your frame of reference is almost certainly, different than mine, so it's with that understanding that this week, we step back and remember what gym class was like. It's probably not even called gym anymore; in fact, I seem to recall that...

The little things of spring are spring

Summary Bruce Stambaugh shares about enjoying the little things of spring while they are here. Bruce Stambaugh writes about nature, weather, hobbies and people, often using personal experiences. Much to their dismay, he also writes about his family. He uses humor and pathos when he can’t think of anything else to include. For May 6, 2013 Finally, it really is spring! I was beginning to think...
Grazing Field Day for sheep producers

Grazing Field Day for sheep producers

The Shepherd’s Flock is finalizing plans for a Grazing Field Day for sheep producers July 12. Sponsored by the Ohio Heartland Sheep Improvement Association and the Ohio Forage and Grassland Council, the field day will feature tours and pasture walks of three sheep operations in the Holmes County area. Rory Lewandoski, OSU Extension, Wayne County, Jeff McCutcheon, OSU Extension, Morrow County...

Wayne County Community Foundation names Patton as new executive director

The Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF) has announced the selection of Sara “Sally” Patton as the organization’s new executive director. “The foundation is at an exciting place in its 35-year history,” said J.C. Johnston III, board president, “and we feel Sara Patton is the right person to work with our board to move the foundation toward its strategic goals of building endowment and...
LOL more than just Laughing Out Loud
Area youth ministry project June 17-20 touches lives across Holmes County

LOL more than just Laughing Out Loud Area youth ministry project June 17-20 touches lives across Holmes County

LOL. It is a typical chat room and texting acronym for Laugh Out Loud. This June 17-20, there will be plenty of laughing out loud going on at Hiland High School and throughout the community, but this time, LOL will stand for Love Out Loud, a local outreach community service time for area youth to use their gifts and talents to help community members. The Bible tells us to love one another, so...

TOPS 1573 meeting notes

The TOPS OH1573 Nashville club reported a loss of 18 1/4 pounds April 17. Twelve members recited TOPS and KOPS pledges. Ellen Crayton was the best weekly loser. Katie Kline was the best weekly re-dedicated loser. Becky Kemper was the best weekly KOPS. The program was a round-table discussion on what works to lose weight and the introduction of new members. On April 24, the club reported a loss...
Reform in the House geared toward helping Ohioans find jobs

Reform in the House geared toward helping Ohioans find jobs

Our goal in state government is continuing to look for ways to improve Ohio’s jobs market, while at the same time protecting hard-earned taxpayer dollars. House Bill 2, which passed the Ohio House a few weeks ago, in my opinion, struck a great balance between these two missions.The bill is a straightforward approach to helping unemployed people in Ohio get back to work. Simply, anyone who seeks...